Contentious Construction (Energy Focus) Lawyer

Ably Resources; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A notable recruitment agency is seeking a Contentious Construction Lawyer to join a busy team in Edinburgh. The ideal candidate will have 3-6 years of post-qualification experience, focusing on advising clients in the energy sector on legal disputes and contractual matters. A flexible working policy and competitive salary package are offered.

Benefits

Flexible working policy

Competitive salary package

Qualifications

• 3-6 years post-qualified experience in contentious construction.
• Experience in advising on disputes and contractual obligations.
• Ability to engage in both court actions and alternative dispute resolutions.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on contractual provisions and obligations.
• Provide strategic pre-dispute advice to commercial clients.
• Involve in court actions and various alternative dispute resolutions.

Skills

Contract Advising

Dispute Resolution

Legal Drafting

Client Consultation

Education

Solicitor qualification (3-6 years PQE)

Job description

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Contentious Construction (Energy Focus) Lawyer, Edinburgh

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Client:

Ably Resources

Location:

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

26

Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Our client is looking to appoint a solicitor to join their construction department to focus on contentious construction work. The team has a busy and broad practice with a particular focus on the energy sector, and regularly advises on the following areas: infrastructure, civil engineering, utilities, wastewater, transport, oil and gas, renewables (hydro schemes, tidal, onshore and offshore wind), flood prevention schemes, commercial developments, domestic, PFI/PPP, and professional negligence.

As part of the team, you will have the opportunity to:

•Advise clients on their contractual provisions and obligations, in the context of issues and disputes;

•Provide strategic pre-dispute advice to large commercial clients, including assessing the strength of position, options to avoid formal dispute processes, and the preparation for such a process;

•Take an active role in large-scale Scottish and English court actions in the TCC, Court of Session, and Sheriff Courts, and also experience a wide variety of alternative dispute resolution options including arbitration, adjudication, and mediation; and

•Documenting settlements and agreements, and advising clients on the concluded position, including how to continue projects and commercial relationships.

Applicants will ideally be around 3- 6 years post qualified and have relevant experience. The firm operates a flexible working policy, offers an excellent package and salary will be dependant on experience.